Switching It Up A Little

Finally found some time to make some lip balms. I made tangerine, tropical punch, pineapple and peppermint. I think my last batch was a little too waxy so I added another teaspoon of almond oil.

You will need a small saucepan or deep skillet that you won't mind getting messy.
Glass jars with lids or a small glass measuring cup
Lip balm tubes or jars.
Something to protect your counter top

Fill the pan about halfway with water. Make sure when you put the jar in the pan, the water only reaches about halfway up the jar.

In a glass jar with a lid (I use a small glass measuring cup) combine:

4 teaspoons beeswax
2 teaspoons shea butter
3 teaspoons almond oil (for a glossier balm, add another 1 1/2 tsp)
Flavored oil (I use LorAnn Gourmet Flavoring)

Make sure you use Flavored oil and not essential oil. There is a difference

I use an electric stove so I put the the burner on medium heat and let the ingredients melt slowly. While the ingredients melt put the lid on the jar loosely. The only reason for this is if you choose to shake the jar after you add the flavor oil. I prefer to stir it.

Once the ingredients are melted together add 1/4 teaspoon of any flavor oil. Remember to use oil and not extract. The old adage, "Oil and water don't mix" applies here. If you choose the jar method, tighten the lid and shake vigorously. If you choose the measuring cup like I do, use a wooden stir stick or chopstick and stir really well.

All that is left to do is slowly pour into your tubes or jars.

It's a really good idea to let them cool and solidify for 24 hours before use.

Once you are finished, wipe your jars as clean as you possibly can and wash by hand in extremely hot water. Sink drains don't like beeswax.

There you have it. Enjoy

I use a silicone ice cube tray to stand my tubes

 Got a little sloppy on the pour.